Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic LX5

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic LX5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") offer different sensor size.

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The SZ-31MR iHS was launched 2 months later than the LX5 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SZ-31MR iHS matches up versus the LX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Panasonic LX5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS compared to the LX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and LX5 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-31MR iHS and LX5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SZ-31MR iHS because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively.